Pericallis

pH:

B (5.8 - 6.2)

EC (2:1 Extraction Method):

B (0.6 - 0.9)

Fertilization:

Medium (150 - 200 ppm)

Light Requirements:

Medium

Water Categories:

Moderate to Moist

Rooting Out Temperature:

B (65 - 70º Fahrenheit)

Growing On Temperature:

45 - 50º Fahrenheit

Holding Temperature:

A (40 - 50º Fahrenheit)

Planting and Timing Information:

Fall through Spring. Standard PPP.

Finishing Times:

4-5" and Quart Pot : 15-18

Finishing Times:

6" and Gallon Pot : 15-18

Pinching and Growth Regulators:

Soft-pinch plants 1 to 2 weeks after planting when new growth is observed, removing about 1/2-inch of tip growth.

Height control is less necessary in early season. Cool temperatures and a small negative DIF will generally be sufficient. When growing at warmer times of the year stretch can be a problem. 2500 ppm B-Nine spray at visible bud stage will help control this stretch.

Pest and Disease Management:

Aphids, whiteflies, leaf miners, spider mites, and thrips can be problem insects.

Botrytis, Powdery Mildew, Downey Mildew, Pythium, and Phytopthera can be a problem.

Grower Tips:

Establishment: Average 65F for 3 to 4 weeks for vegetative growth

Flower Set: Average 45F for 6 weeks to initiate flowers

Flowering: Average 55F to develop flowers in
6 to 8 weeks

-Senetti Mini's are best finished in 4.5" containers. All other varieties are best suited for 6" or larger containers.

Spring Outdoor Finish:

First to move outside